The Unimportant Jobs Report
October 5, 2017
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Friday’s jobs report will be messy and easily forgotten. Traders will go through the motions of reacting, but the numbers will have no staying power.
Credit Union Industry Commentary
Are Credit Unions Paying Enough?
September 28, 2017
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Don’t be the first or the last financial institution on the block to raise rates.
Bond Traders Bet Fed’s Aim Will Be Off
September 22, 2017
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The markets react mildly to yesterday’s Fed meeting.
Pre-Funding Hypothetical Future Losses: A Lesson From Hurricane Katrina
September 22, 2017
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The NCUA does not need to keep credit union corporate bailout money, if the past is still prologue.
Put Your Data Where Your Mouth Is
September 22, 2017
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The much-publicized Google memo got me thinking. Finance is a traditionally male-dominated field. In credit union land, 51.4% of CEOs are female yet collectively manage only 18.5% of the industry’s assets.
Credit Unions Rally To NCUA’s Side. Will This Prove A Good Decision?
September 19, 2017
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Free from congressional oversight, how will the still-independent NCUA answer calls for its own financial answerability?
The Virtuous Circle Of Lower Fees And Higher Income
September 18, 2017
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Interchange income at credit unions swaps places with punitive fees as a growing driver of industry revenue.
A Seat At The Table Or A Place On The Ark?
September 11, 2017
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A CEO explains why his CUSO postponed its annual conference — aiding in hurricane recovery efforts and living cooperative ideals is just the beginning.
The Re-emergence Of The First-Time Homebuyer
September 7, 2017
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Remember the 90s? That’s the last time first-time homebuyers purchased homes at the same level as second quarter 2017.
Expect Drama In December
September 7, 2017
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Uncertainties regarding a new Fed chair, the debt ceiling, budget, and tax reform make it unlikely there will be a carefree Christmas.
Are Credit Unions Paying Enough?
Don’t be the first or the last financial institution on the block to raise rates.
Bond Traders Bet Fed’s Aim Will Be Off
The markets react mildly to yesterday's Fed meeting.
Pre-Funding Hypothetical Future Losses: A Lesson From Hurricane Katrina
The NCUA does not need to keep credit union corporate bailout money, if the past is still prologue.
Put Your Data Where Your Mouth Is
The much-publicized Google memo got me thinking. Finance is a traditionally male-dominated field. In credit union land, 51.4% of CEOs are female yet collectively manage ...
Credit Unions Rally To NCUA’s Side. Will This Prove A Good Decision?
Free from congressional oversight, how will the still-independent NCUA answer calls for its own financial answerability?
The Virtuous Circle Of Lower Fees And Higher Income
Interchange income at credit unions swaps places with punitive fees as a growing driver of industry revenue.
A Seat At The Table Or A Place On The Ark?
A CEO explains why his CUSO postponed its annual conference — aiding in hurricane recovery efforts and living cooperative ideals is just the beginning.
The Re-emergence Of The First-Time Homebuyer
Remember the 90s? That's the last time first-time homebuyers purchased homes at the same level as second quarter 2017.
Expect Drama In December
Uncertainties regarding a new Fed chair, the debt ceiling, budget, and tax reform make it unlikely there will be a carefree Christmas.
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
How AI Is Shaping HR For The Next Era
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Four executives share how they are skilling up and soothing nerves as they navigate the AI revolution in real time.
Now’s The Time For Credit Union Succession Planning
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Is Your Credit Union Making Time For Leadership Development?
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Assessing skills gaps among leaders and providing time to complete training are major hurdles today, but strong leadership development strategies are essential in building a future-ready credit union.
Aligning Recruitment Efforts With Boardroom Value
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A report from Quantum Governance reveals a gap between board recruitment priorities and the most valuable skills in governance.
The Unimportant Jobs Report